Tony Ceoffe

[HACP @HACP1]

Last night, Chief Community Affairs Officer Michelle Sandidge was appointed as Pillar of the Community and awarded the 2024 Creative Spark Flame at the ACH Clear Pathways Hope Gala.

Michelle has transformed the lives of many people living in the City of Pittsburgh through her work at the HACP. She began as a communications coordinator, and moved her way up to Director of Communications and Deputy Executive Director. She has been Chief Community Affairs Officer for the last 11 years.

She has spearheaded the HACP's efforts to uplift the families and residents living in HACP communities through a number of initiatives. In 1998, Michelle implemented the Clean Slate program. Initially a drug deterrent program, Clean Slate has since become the nonprofit arm of the HACP and provides college scholarships to HACP residents. Michelle has overseen the creation of the Creative Arts Corner, an audio-visual training program that is free to all HACP residents. She also established the ABK Learning and Development Center, which provides 24/7 child care for working parents.

Michelle's tireless advocacy for the residents of HACP communities has created opportunities that were once unheard of, paving the way for a brighter future.

Thank you, Michelle, and congratulations for your momentous achievements!

[Tony Ceoffe @tonyceoffe]

If you’re going to connect with those you serve, you have to be willing to meet people where they are! City in the Streets - #Homewood edition!

[HACP @HACP1]

Thank you, @CharlandBob, and we echo the thanks to all of the first responders, staff, and those who helped today, as well as the residents who were so patient and kind!

[Tony Ceoffe @tonyceoffe]

Thrilled for ACTION Housing as HUD Secretary Todman awarded $6.1 mil to revitalize Crafton Towers. @POTUS @VP understand the critical need for affordable housing, allocating an historic $69 mil to elevate standard of living through investment and modernization of public housing!

[HACP @HACP1]

Starting today: Arlington Heights and Allegheny Dwellings residents can sign their children in grades K-5 up for a fun after-school program presented by the Center That CARES!

Center That CARES staff will be on hand at both HACP communities daily from 2:30 to 6:30 p.m. to provide HACP youth with an enrichment program that immerses them in the realms of global awareness, cultural appreciation, and dynamic STEAM education.

For more information, scan the QR code below, visit: https://t.co/jQh08kCzO2, or email: [email protected].

[Tony Ceoffe @tonyceoffe]

Cedarwood Homes 🏠- latest win in the city’s affordable housing crisis! https://t.co/g2Bg6mnbGa

[HUD Mid-Atlantic @HUDMidAtlantic]

Pittsburgh Field Office Director Michael Horvath was with the Housing Authority of the City of Pittsburgh in their Homewood North Family Community to connect residents with health services, educate young mothers on maternal and infant health, and ensure access to Medicaid.

[HACP @HACP1]

The Housing Authority of the City of Pittsburgh is accepting public comments regarding proposed amendments to its Public Housing Admissions and Continued Occupancy Policy (ACOP).

The proposed date of implementation is Aug. 1, 2024, except for the Housing Opportunity Through Modernization Act (HOTMA) revisions, which will be implemented either Jan. 1, 2025, or later.

Written comments will be accepted until 5 p.m. Tuesday, July 9.

Public comments will be accepted during two public hearings on Wednesday, June 19 -- at 9:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m.

Read the full public notice for directions on submitting written comments and attending either public hearing on June 19 here: https://t.co/OPE3yBoPXv

[HACP @HACP1]

Turns out all the young poets at Northview Heights needed to express themselves was a little rain —no shine required! Tonight, friends and family had the opportunity to experience Rain Poetry, a community poetry activity facilitated by local poets and teaching artists that allows budding creatives to express themselves through haikus that magically appear on the ground when wet.

HACP partnered with @YouthPlaces and @PAHumanities to introduce the Rain Poetry project to one of our most vibrant communities, Northview Heights.

[HACP @HACP1]

Today was a day of celebration at Murray Towers as we honored our centenarian, Ms. Emma Alper!

Ms. Alper was born on May 5, 1924, in Orsha, a city in Vitebsk Region, Belarus, a daughter of the late Haya and Moishe (Moses) Alper.

She was a dentist in Russia for more than 40 years, and is also an accomplished pianist who still plays today (check her out in the video!).

She married the late Efim Ryzhik in 1946 and they have two children, Lina (Ryzhik) Eydinova, and Alex Ryzhik, one granddaughter and two great-grandchildren.

Ms. Alper emigrated to the United States in 1993, fleeing antisemitism in Russia. 

She has lived at Murray Towers ever since.

Ms. Alper said she appreciated her celebration and will remember it always. She credits her longevity to living in the US, a country that takes great care of its older residents.

She thanked everyone for coming, and shared about her life, and how thankful she is to have been able to move here where her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren received some of the best educations and have celebrated much success.

Ms. Alper, her son, Alex, family and friends at Murray Towers were treated to cake, refreshments, and fellowship this afternoon.

A lovely proclamation by @PGHCityCouncil was also read by Councilwoman Barb Warwick (@PghDistrict5) declaring May 16, 2024 as Ms. Emma Alper Day!

Happy birthday and congratulations on reaching this milestone! The HACP staff is honored to have you as one of our longtime tenants, Ms. Alper!

[HACP @HACP1]

Tuesday's storms led to quite the comedic adventure for our @AllGoatscape friends Wednesday evening.

The goats and Diamond the Donkey had a field day when they escaped their enclosure at the Bedford EnVision Center from a hole that was created by the storm's strong winds.

The friendly animals were eager to feel the love from staff and residents during their brief adventure!

Thanks to the help of HACP and GoatScape staff, HACP residents and local police, all goats and Diamond were safely returned to their enclosure and no injuries were reported.

The animals are on site to help clear invasive plants and brush from the EnVision Center yard, and will finish their work tomorrow, May 10.

Happy eating to our goat and donkey friends!

@pgh_scanner

[HACP @HACP1]

They're here! @AllGoatscape arrived at the Bedford EnVision Center in the Hill District early this afternoon to help clear out overgrowth in our backyard.

Goats and even a donkey can be seen munching on the invasive plants and brush behind the center until Friday, May 10 -- unless they are super hungry and finish early!

Come and visit our goat friends and the incredible GoatScape staff through the week!

[HACP @HACP1]

Want to start a rewarding career?

Check out the latest job openings at HACP!

• Clinical Coordinator-Resident Relations
• Assistant Site Manager
• Seasonal Temp Laborer
• Front Desk Asst. (HCV)

Visit our Career Portal to learn more: https://t.co/8YXuDcAuJx

[Tony Ceoffe @tonyceoffe]

@pghDSA Reform in tenant rights? Using the same methodology that you used to calculate Ceoffe Sr’s eviction rates in 2021, MDJ Orenstein has ruled to evict 92.8% of the time 🤔 with landlords being awarded 103% of the claim amount. Woof 👀

[HACP @HACP1]

HACP is the proud recipient of a 2023 @NAHROnational Award of Excellence. Honored for Project Design for the Lemington Senior Housing community - an innovative revitalization of the former Lemington Home for the Aged. HACP is providing 54 PBVs toward the multi-agency initiative.

[HACP @HACP1]

The new Northview Heights/ Allegheny Dwellings Site Manager received a very warm welcome today while touring the community and meeting her new residents! She will be at the portfolio full time beginning Monday! Congrats, Ashley!! And we ❤️that shirt. Northview Matters. Indeed!

[HACP @HACP1]

Have you fallen behind on your rent? The HACP has several eviction prevention measures in place to help you get ahead in your payments. Rental assistance & affordable repayment contracts are available to qualifying LIPH residents.
Learn more here: https://t.co/x9FnkggWxQ

[HACP @HACP1]

HACP is dedicated to keeping residents in their homes. We offer a number of eviction prevention programs to assist you if you have fallen on hard times and behind on your rent. Contact your Site Management Team today for assistance. Get more info here: https://t.co/E2KdxDcnD3

[HACP @HACP1]

We were pleased to host leadership for the ⁦@HUDgov⁩ Buffalo Field Office, this afternoon in Bedford Dwellings. Great conversation about ongoing programs & services as well as an opportunity to showcase our CyberBus and our next Choice Neighborhood.

[Mike D. @MikeJdiVittorio]

City of Pittsburgh Public Works Forester Lisa Ceoffe talking about the new Christmas tree.